{"product_id":"philadelphia-pennsylvania-demolition-class-a-contractor-icc-467_pa_ph-exam-book-package-copy","title":"Philadelphia Pennsylvania Demolition Class A Contractor (ICC - 467_PA_PH) Exam Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003ePhiladelphia Pennsylvania Demolition Class A Contractor (ICC - 467_PA_PH) Exam Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re pursuing a Philadelphia Demolition Class A Contractor license, your exam preparation needs to match the real responsibilities of unrestricted demolition work. The ICC 467_PA_PH exam is designed to measure code-and-safety competency across job assessment, site preparation, demolition operations, and worker\/public safety. This book package gives you the core code and OSHA CFR references tied directly to the exam’s content areas so you can study in the same materials the exam is built around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass A demolition in Philadelphia covers the complete demolition of any structure. That scope means the licensing process—and the exam—expects a strong working knowledge of demolition safety, hazard controls, planning requirements, and compliance documentation. The goal of your prep shouldn’t be memorizing pages of text. It should be learning how to find answers quickly and confidently, using the references the exam is based on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package is built for practical, open-book study. You can use it to practice section navigation, reinforce the definitions and requirements that appear in exam questions, and train your timing so you spend less time searching and more time selecting the best answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore exam reference set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA focused group of publications aligned with the ICC 467_PA_PH content outline and reference list.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode and OSHA navigation practice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild speed by learning where key requirements live: chapters, sections, parts, and subparts that get tested most often.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJobsite-ready resources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese references support compliance and safe decision-making beyond exam day—useful for planning, oversight, and documentation on demolition projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eICC Exam Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 467_PA_PH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple-choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of questions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-1\/2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting provider:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pearson VUE (ICC Contractor\/Trades program)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContent areas and weighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJob Assessment — 20%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSite Preparation — 30%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemolition — 20%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety — 30%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary references used for exam content areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2021 International Building Code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1904\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1926\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhiladelphia Demolition Examination Study Guide (listed reference)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC 467_PA_PH Philadelphia Demolition Class A exam is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e exam. Open book works in your favor only if you can navigate fast. With 50 questions in a 2-1\/2-hour window, candidates who spend too long flipping pages often run out of time—even when they have the correct references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-book prep that actually translates on test day focuses on three things:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamiliarity with structure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow how each reference is organized so you can go straight to the right chapter or part.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted practice by domain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrain in the same four domains the exam uses: job assessment, site preparation, demolition, and safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimed drills\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractice answering and verifying within a clock. Your goal is reducing search time while staying accurate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia demolition contractor licensing is managed by the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections (L\u0026amp;I). Passing the appropriate ICC exam is one part of the process. Class A applicants must also meet administrative, insurance, bonding, and experience requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare your business licensing basics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplicants must have a Philadelphia Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT) number and a Commercial Activity License as part of the demolition contractor licensing requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePass the ICC demolition exam for your license class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Class A, the required exam is ICC 467_PA_PH (Philadelphia Demolition Class A).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGather proof of insurance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhiladelphia requires specific insurance categories on file for demolition contractor licensing, with required limits set by the City’s risk management standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure the required license bond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass A requires a higher bond amount than Class B and must be issued by an authorized surety company meeting Philadelphia’s stated underwriting criteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentify required demolition safety roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must identify at least one manager responsible for safe practices and compliance with the approved site safety plan, along with the documentation Philadelphia requires for that role.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocument required Class A experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass A applicants must provide documented demolition experience that meets the City’s minimum standards, including evidence tied to both site safety management and demolition supervision responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm tax compliance and submit your application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be current on City of Philadelphia taxes, then submit your demolition contractor license application through the City’s process.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the license is a City of Philadelphia requirement, Class A applicants should plan for the specific items L\u0026amp;I requires for demolition contractor licensing. The following are key published requirements for a Demolition Contractor’s License, including items that are unique to Class A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicense categories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhiladelphia issues two demolition contractor license categories: \u003cstrong\u003eClass A\u003c\/strong\u003e (complete demolition of any structure) and \u003cstrong\u003eClass B\u003c\/strong\u003e (complete demolition limited to smaller buildings under published thresholds).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication and fee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhiladelphia’s demolition contractor license requirements include a license application and a non-refundable $20 fee applied toward the cost of the license.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness tax and activity licensing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApplicants must have a Philadelphia Business Income and Receipts Tax number and a Commercial Activity License.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsurance requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProof of insurance is required in amounts determined by the Office of Risk Management. Published minimum categories and limits include: General Liability at $2,000,000 per occurrence; Automobile Liability at $300,000; and Workers’ Compensation with stated per-accident, per-employee, and policy limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicense bond\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass A requires a \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e license bond with an original seal, issued by a surety company authorized to do business in Pennsylvania and meeting Philadelphia’s underwriting limitation requirement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDemolition site safety management oversight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhiladelphia requires identifying at least one manager who ensures safe practices on demolition sites and compliance with the approved site safety plan. Documentation includes proof of completion of an approved OSHA 30 safety training course taken within five years of the application date, and proof of employment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClass A experience documentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Class A demolition contractors, Philadelphia requires proof of three years of experience in demolition as both a site safety manager and a demolition supervisor, documented through federal tax records and a resume identifying specific work experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTax compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be current on all City of Philadelphia taxes as part of the demolition contractor licensing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Building Code, 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA core code reference connected to job assessment and general requirements that influence demolition planning and compliance. Building comfort with code organization, definitions, and section navigation helps you move faster during open-book exam questions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhiladelphia Building Code Amendments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Philadelphia amendments that align with the City’s adopted building code framework. Local amendments matter because Philadelphia demolition licensing and enforcement are tied to City-specific requirements and interpretations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) (Includes 1904)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOSHA construction regulations are central to demolition work and site controls. This reference supports both demolition-method questions and site preparation requirements tied to construction safety expectations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCode of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR 1910\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOSHA general industry regulations support safety responsibilities that may appear in the exam’s safety domain, including required protections and compliance-driven decision-making.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC 467_PA_PH exam is weighted toward \u003cstrong\u003eSite Preparation (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSafety (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is a strong signal for how to structure your study time. Most candidates improve the fastest by building a reliable “lookup routine” for OSHA-based questions while reinforcing the job assessment and demolition concepts that require understanding—not just searching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s a practical way to use this book package in a study routine that matches the exam design:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Map your references to the exam domains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the content outline weights as your weekly study plan. If site preparation and safety represent 60% of the exam, they should represent the majority of your practice time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Train fast navigation in OSHA CFR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOSHA questions are often best answered by confirming the exact section language. Practice finding key topics by going directly to the correct part\/subpart, then narrowing to the right section. The goal is accuracy without losing minutes per question.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Reinforce IBC-based job assessment concepts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJob assessment questions often test whether you can identify what must be evaluated or verified before demolition begins. Work these as scenario-based drills: read the question, identify the intent, then confirm the supporting code section.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4: Do timed mini-exams\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of only reading, run timed sets of 10–15 questions. After each set, review the questions you missed and write down the exact location where the correct answer is found. Repetition builds speed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5: Build a “first-choice reference” habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you see a question, decide which reference is most likely to contain the answer before you start searching. That decision-making skill is what keeps open-book testing efficient.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn test day, remember that open-book success is about preparation. The candidates who perform best aren’t the ones who try to search every question—they’re the ones who know when they already have the answer and when they need to confirm details quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDemolition licensing prep is trade-specific and compliance-heavy. 1 Exam Prep supports your goal by helping you prepare in a way that matches how demolition exams are written: scenario-driven questions, code-and-OSHA lookups, and time pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganized study structure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of studying at random, you can focus by domain—job assessment, site preparation, demolition, and safety—so your time lines up with the exam’s weighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-focused review approach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemolition questions test judgment and responsibility. A trade-focused approach helps you connect requirements to what happens on a real demolition site: controls, oversight, hazard planning, and compliance expectations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice-oriented preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTimed practice builds comfort and reduces second-guessing. The more you drill navigation and scenario logic, the more efficiently you can work through questions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference navigation support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen-book exams reward candidates who know where to look. Building your “navigation memory” in the IBC and OSHA CFR references helps you answer more confidently under the clock.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence through consistency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA repeatable routine—review, drill, correct, reinforce—helps you show up prepared and ready to move through the exam with focus.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat exam is this book package for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package is for the \u003cstrong\u003ePennsylvania (Philadelphia) Demolition Class A\u003c\/strong\u003e exam administered through ICC, exam code \u003cstrong\u003e467_PA_PH\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many questions are on the ICC 467_PA_PH exam, and how long do I have?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Philadelphia Demolition Class A exam (467_PA_PH) includes \u003cstrong\u003e50 multiple-choice questions\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e2-1\/2-hour\u003c\/strong\u003e time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the Philadelphia Demolition Class A exam open book or closed book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ICC 467_PA_PH exam is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat are the main content areas on the Class A exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exam is weighted across \u003cstrong\u003eJob Assessment (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSite Preparation (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDemolition (20%)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eSafety (30%)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat bond amount is required for a Philadelphia Demolition Class A contractor license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia’s published demolition contractor license information lists a \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e license bond requirement for \u003cstrong\u003eClass A\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes passing the ICC exam automatically grant the demolition contractor license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Passing the exam is a key requirement, but Philadelphia’s demolition contractor licensing process also includes business, insurance, bonding, role identification, experience documentation (Class A), and tax compliance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat’s the difference between Class A and Class B demolition licensing in Philadelphia?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhiladelphia’s demolition contractor licensing information describes \u003cstrong\u003eClass A\u003c\/strong\u003e as allowing complete demolition of \u003cstrong\u003eany structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, while \u003cstrong\u003eClass B\u003c\/strong\u003e is limited to buildings within specific published size and height thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow should I study for an open-book demolition exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy both the concepts and the navigation. Use timed practice sets so you learn when you already know an answer and when you need to confirm it quickly in the IBC or OSHA CFR references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhich areas should I prioritize based on exam weighting?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrioritize \u003cstrong\u003eSite Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e first, since together they account for \u003cstrong\u003e60%\u003c\/strong\u003e of the exam. 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